Kentucky's who dreamed what it might be like to have Nerlens Noel and Anthony Davis at the same time, don't have to wonder anymore.

Noel, who was still thought by many to be the 2013 NBA Draft's top prospect despite suffering a torn ACL in mid-February, slipped to No. 6 where he was taken by the New Orleans Pelicans Thursday night where he'll join Davis last year's top pick.

Noel, a 7-foot, 206-pounder, led the nation in blocks before his freshman season was cut short. He was still named both the SEC's Freshman and Defensive Player of the Year after averaging 10.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 4.4 blocks and 2.1 steals per game.

"It feels great to have an opportunity like that to play with Anthony," Noel said. "I mean, it's going to be a shot-blocking party when I get down there. Just to be with them guys, I'm very blessed and fortunate to be in this position."

Davis had a solid rookie season, averaging 13.5 points, 8.2 rebounds to go along with 1.8 blocks in 64 games while finishing second in the Rookie of the Year voting to Portland's Damian Lillard.